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Professor: Teaching profession is changing in dramatic ways
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End-of-year gift ideas for teachers
It’s that time of year. School is winding down, so it’s time to come up with a way to thank your child’s teacher. Stuck for ideas? Not to worry – the Smart blog has you covered with tips from parents … Continue reading
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Report: School districts continue to cut as financial picture worsens
A report released today announced news that might not come as a surprise to many: school districts continue to cut as financial situations worsen for 2012-13. “The financial condition of Pennsylvania’s public school districts is declining from ‘difficult’ in the … Continue reading
For Common Core Standards, implementation is key, according to conference panelists
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Spring Grove students win fourth in Team America Rocketry Challenge nationals
A team of Spring Grove students won fourth place in the national finals of the Team America Rocketry Challenge over the weekend. The team won $4,500 in prize money for themselves and the high school, said teacher Brian Hastings. “The … Continue reading
Therapy dogs provided a break for York College students
The counseling services office at York College recently turned to a some furry friends to help students relieve the stress of the semester’s end. The college’s student affairs wellness committee sponsors a “wellness week” at the end of each semester, … Continue reading
Reports: Arts award for Corbett and his wife draws protestors
More than 200 protestors showed up at a weekend event where Gov. Tom Corbett was honored for his contribution to the arts, according to news reports. Corbett and his wife received a lifetime achievement award from the Pittsburgh Opera, reports … Continue reading
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Taking time to thank teachers
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York Suburban graduation coincides with a rare event – the Transit of Venus
High school graduation is a once-in-a-lifetime moment for students. And when York Suburban High School grads celebrate that milestone, there will be another rare event happening. York Suburban’s graduation is set for June 5, which happens to be the same … Continue reading
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